According to an analysis of the UK’s cosmetic injectables industry by UCL researchers, 68% of cosmetic practitioners who are administering injections such as Botox are not qualified medical doctors. The study, published in the Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery, is the first survey of who is providing cosmetic injectable services, such as Botulinum […]

A contemporary trends analysis shows persistent racial and ethnic disparities in receipt of complex lifesaving procedures for decompensated cirrhosis, including transjugular portosystemic shunt (TIPS) and liver transplant (LT). The analysis is the first to assess disparities in receipt of procedures for patients with cirrhosis since a 2007 study of patients with the condition and complications […]

Millions of deaths and ongoing illnesses caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have prompted scientists to seek new ways of understanding how viruses so skillfully enter and reprogram human cells. Urgent innovations leading to the development of new therapies are needed since virologists predict that future deadly viruses and pandemics may emerge again from the coronavirus […]

Marketing is a vital element of any SME’s operation—especially if you’re just starting out. Marketing is a way to get your name out there, reel in new customers, convert browsers to buyers, and build a core of loyal customers who will sustain your business through thick and thin. All in all, marketing is worth doing—and […]

(Reuters) – Abbott Laboratories on Thursday beat quarterly profit expectations as a rebound in surgical procedure volumes drove demand for medical devices despite high inflation-driven costs, sending shares up by nearly 4%. Demand for medical devices and non-COVID-19 testing is expected to rise this year, as older adults in particular get more comfortable visiting hospitals […]

Using artificial intelligence to analyze tens of thousands of X-ray images and genetic sequences, researchers from The University of Texas at Austin and New York Genome Center have been able to pinpoint the genes that shape our skeletons, from the width of our shoulders to the length of our legs. The research, published as the […]

If you haven’t put “Build a Thriving Community” at the top of your business goals, then it’s time for a serious shake-up. A strong community is like a super power for your business. When done well, your community will help you move people all the way through your Customer Value Journey from awareness to promotion. […]

TOP LINE: Registry data show a lower incidence of postcolonoscopy colorectal cancer (PCCRC) among endoscopists with higher sessile serrated lesion detection rates (SSLDR), validating the SSLDR as a clinically relevant quality measure. METHODOLOGY: An analysis of the association between PCCRC and SSLDR was conducted using data from the New Hampshire Colonoscopy Registry. The cohort included […]

people with bipolar disorder; characterized by extreme mood swings; are 6 times more likely to die before their time from external causes, such as accidents, violence, and suicide, than those without the condition, finds research published in the open access journal BMJ Mental Health. And they are twice as likely to die from somatic (physical) […]

Excerpt from the TikTok Ad Masterclass Creating effective ad creative is crucial for successful marketing campaigns on different social media platforms. While it may seem convenient to transfer Facebook creative directly to TikTok, this approach often leads to failure. TikTok requires a unique strategy and tailored content to maximize return on investment (ROI). By understanding […]